AccessPON Na 85 CI

Mild, Sulfate-Free Surfactant for Luxurious, Creamy Foam

INCI Name: Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

AccessPON Na 85 CI (Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate) is a mild, sulfate-free anionic surfactant that produces dense, creamy foam and a non-drying after-feel. Ideal as a primary cleanser in shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, and syndet bars, it performs reliably in both hard and soft water while delivering a soft, conditioned skin and hair feel.

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Syndet & Shampoo Bars

Primary surfactant providing structure, creamy lather, and gentle yet effective cleansing in solid bar formats.
Sulfate-Free Shampoos

Delivers rich, luxurious foam and thorough cleansing without harshness, leaving hair soft and comfortable.
Creamy Body Washes

Provides a non-drying cleanse with a soft, conditioned after-feel, suitable for daily and sensitive-skin formulas.
Facial Cleansers

Mild cleansing and elegant foam for face washes that remove impurities without compromising the skin barrier.
Powder-to-Foam Cleansers

Acts as the primary cleansing and foaming agent in water-activated powders for face and body.
Bath Bombs & Bubble Bars

Enhances foam volume and longevity in bath products while remaining gentle on the skin.

How to Use AccessPON Na 85 CI in Your Formulations

Understanding AccessPON Na 85 CI

AccessPON Na 85 CI is a mild, sulfate-free primary surfactant that delivers dense, creamy, and luxurious foam. If you are building gentle shampoos, body washes, or solid syndet bars, this ingredient offers effective cleansing without leaving skin or hair feeling dry or tight. It performs consistently in both soft and hard water and creates a refined, elegant after-feel in hair and skin care products.

Technically, AccessPON Na 85 CI is Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (SCI), an anionic surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids. It is prized for its superior mildness, creamy lather profile, and low irritation potential compared to traditional sulfates. In formulations, SCI can function as the primary cleanser or be combined with amphoteric and non-ionic co-surfactants to fine-tune foam structure, viscosity, and skin feel across both liquid and solid cleanser formats.

Formulation Tips

Typical usage ranges: 3–15% in liquid cleansers (shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers) and 30–60% in solid bars (syndet or shampoo bars), where it often serves as the primary surfactant. Start on the lower end for more delicate facial products or ultra-mild systems.

To incorporate, heat your water phase to about 70–75°C (158–167°F). Sprinkle the SCI powder in slowly with steady mixing to avoid clumps. Continue mixing until fully dissolved and uniform before proceeding with cool-down additions or structuring steps. Combining SCI with an amphoteric surfactant (e.g., betaine) can boost mildness and improve viscosity control and foam quality in liquids.

Target a final pH of approximately 4.5–7.5 for best performance and skin compatibility. SCI works well in hard water and is broadly compatible with non-ionic and amphoteric surfactants, emollients, conditioning polymers, and common personal care actives.

Key Formulation Benefits:

Mild, Sulfate-Free Cleansing: Gentle on skin and scalp while providing effective cleansing.
Dense, Creamy Lather: Creates a rich, luxurious foam consumers love in premium cleansers.
Non-Drying Skin Feel: Cleans without stripping, leaving a soft, conditioned after-feel.
Performs in Hard Water: Maintains foam quality and cleansing performance across water conditions.
Versatile Formats: Ideal for both liquid systems and solid bars (syndet and shampoo bars).
Naturally Derived & Biodegradable: Coconut-based and readily biodegradable to support clean-formulation goals.

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Benefits	Biodegradable, Clean & Natural, Formulation Versatility, Natural Derived, Rich & Luxurious, Sulfate-Free, Texture & Sensory
INCI Name	Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Usage Rate	3%-60%
Functional Type	Anionic Surfactants, Mild Cleansing Agents, Sulfate-Free Surfactants, Surfactants & Cleansing Agents
Phase Compatibility	Water Phase
Application Area	Body, Face, Hair, Scalp
Product Type Suitability	Bath Products, Cleansers, Conditioners, Masks & Treatments, Shampoos
Certifications	Biodegradable, Cruelty-Free, Naturally Derived, Vegan
Physical Form	Powder

Frequently Asked Questions About AccessPON Na 85 CI

It is a mild, sulfate-free surfactant that creates rich, creamy foam and provides effective yet gentle cleansing for skin and hair.

Use 3–15% in liquid cleansers (shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers). For solid bars, use 30–60% as the primary surfactant.

Heat your water phase to about 70–75°C (158–167°F) and sprinkle the powder in slowly with steady mixing until fully dissolved and uniform.

It is naturally derived from coconut fatty acids and is readily biodegradable. Note that while plant-derived, it may not qualify for certain organic certifications.

SCI is much milder and less likely to feel stripping. It produces a denser, creamier lather and a softer after-feel compared to many traditional sulfates.

Yes. One of its advantages is consistent foam and cleansing performance in both soft and hard water.

Absolutely. SCI is a leading choice for syndet and shampoo bars due to its mildness, creamy lather, and reliable cleansing performance.

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